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The Glad Fact

Dirty Projectors · 2003

44 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · art rock

A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and experimental sounds, weaving intricate melodies with unconventional song structures.

The Glad Fact is an album by Dirty Projectors, released in 2003. A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and experimental sounds, weaving intricate melodies with unconventional song structures. This album helped establish Dirty Projectors as a distinct voice within the early 2000s experimental rock landscape. It received positive reviews from critics for its innovative approach to songwriting and arrangements, paving the way for future projects that would further explore genre boundaries. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Glad Fact sound like?

A kaleidoscopic blend of art rock and experimental sounds, weaving intricate melodies with unconventional song structures. Rooted in alternative rock and indie rock.

What makes The Glad Fact by Dirty Projectors notable?

This album helped establish Dirty Projectors as a distinct voice within the early 2000s experimental rock landscape. It received positive reviews from critics for its innovative approach to songwriting and arrangements, paving the way for future projects that would further explore genre boundaries. Released in January 2003, 'The Glad Fact' was Dirty Projectors' debut album, introducing their unique sound to the indie music scene. At this point, the band was still forming its identity with David Longstreth at the helm, following a transition from earlier lo-fi recordings to a more ambitious artistic vision.

How many songs are on The Glad Fact?

The Glad Fact has 15 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·44:45

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Glad Fact Standout 5:10
  • 2 My Offwhite Flag Standout 3:03
  • 3 Like Fake Blood in Crisp October Standout 2:33
  • 4 Boredom Is a Product 2:13
  • 5 Two Brown Finches 2:07
  • 6 Three Brown Finches 3:00
  • 7 Off Science Hill 5:09
  • 8 Winter Is Here 2:42
  • 9 Ground Underfoot 3:21
  • 10 Spirit-Future Medley 2:03
  • 11 Naked We Made It 3:13
  • 12 Lit From Below 2:27
  • 13 Imaginary Love 2:48
  • 14 The Highway Is a Foggy Knife 2:09
  • 15 The Minutes 2:41

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Genre

alternative rock, art rock, indie rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

44 min 45 sec